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Montelena Apartment Homes

Updated 2026-09-08 · 3,787 reviewed · 917 listed · Scored from 291 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.0(291) 68 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified Publishes prices
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Montelena Apartment Homes
Location
Spring Ridge, Round Rock
Services
Luxury Apartments, Student Housing, Affordable & Section 8 Housing
Reviews
291
Ranking
#204 in Luxury Apartments
Best for
Families seeking a quiet Round Rock location with responsive leasing staff and amenities; professional referral agents trust their service.

Core details are sourced from this business's Google Business Profile (checked 2026-09-08). Website-sourced details were fetched 2026-07-17.

What we found

Many residents praise Montelena's quiet setting, spacious layouts, and the leasing staff's professionalism, particularly Serina and Alma. Maintenance requests are handled quickly, and the Round Rock location near Town Centre appeals to families. However, serious structural issues emerge in recent reviews: cockroach infestations persist regardless of cleanliness, online photos misrepresent the property condition, and mold and poor ventilation have caused health concerns. Additional friction arises from hidden fees on rent, non-disclosure about total monthly costs, and aggressive billing practices, including collection actions filed years after lease end.

Staff turnover and inconsistent enforcement complicate trust. While the best reviewers (referral agents, long-term residents) credit management's responsiveness, others report unreturned calls, unwanted unit access despite explicit requests, and unsympathetic handling of lease breaks due to health emergencies. The gap between the five-star and one-star experiences suggests service quality is highly uneven.

Recent shift: Shift from positive to more negative in recent weeks: a multi-page critical review posted a week ago detailing cockroach infestation, billing disputes, and health hazards, followed by another one-star review about structural safety. Earlier reviews (4-7 months ago) were predominantly five-star, suggesting either genuine deterioration or an influx of previously silent dissatisfied residents.

Praised for
  • responsive, professional staff (Serina, Alma, Ramzi named)
  • quiet, spacious units and well-maintained common areas
  • convenient Round Rock location near Town Centre
  • responsive maintenance and quick service requests
Watch-outs
  • German cockroach infestation despite cleanliness efforts
  • misleading online photos; cosmetic upgrades mask underlying issues
  • mold and poor window maintenance; health hazards unresolved
  • hidden fees and unclear billing; collection disputes years after move-out
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Best for: Families seeking a quiet Round Rock location with responsive leasing staff and amenities; professional referral agents trust their service.
Think twice if: Pest infestations, mold, and billing disputes are documented concerns; photos online may not match unit condition or total costs after mandatory fees.

What this place gets right

  • Named staff responsiveness (Serina, Alma, Ramzi praised across reviews)
  • quiet, spacious units appealing to families
  • Round Rock location near Town Centre
  • amenities include pool, fitness center, in-unit washers

Before you tour or apply

  • Leasing agents Serina and Alma named repeatedly for professionalism and responsiveness
  • Maintenance technician Ramzi noted for efficiency
  • German cockroach infestation documented across multiple units; cleaning alone insufficient
  • Mold growth in units; maintenance solution (bleach application) deemed inadequate
  • Hidden mandatory fees add $300+ to advertised rent (e.g., $1,600 advertised becomes ~$1,900)
  • Collection dispute filed 2 years after lease end for already-paid balance

Resident ratings

Pet-Friendly Apartments
Pet-friendly units offered; leash policy enforcement inconsistent per residents
Luxury Apartments
Marketed as classy, upgraded interiors but reviews report misleading photos and cosmetic paint covering underlying damage

How it stacks up

  • Rated 4 against a 4.01 average across the 777 luxury apartments businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 88% of the businesses in this directory.

How we scored this

How We Score
Star rating 33
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 48
Profile completeness 100
Verification 30

Breaking down the ratings

5
191
4
21
3
14
2
7
1
58

FAQ

What is the actual monthly rent after all fees?
Advertised rent is $1,600, but one reviewer reported total monthly cost of approximately $1,900 after mandatory fees and add-ons are included. Contact the leasing office directly for a detailed breakdown of your specific unit.
Are there documented pest issues?
Yes. Multiple recent reviews report German cockroach infestations that persist despite regular cleaning by residents. One reviewer states the infestation is unavoidable across units.
How responsive is maintenance?
Reviewers consistently report quick response times on maintenance requests. However, some issues (mold, structural damage) are reported as only partially addressed or left unresolved.

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Last updated 2026-09-08